Candied Pecans Recipe

These homemade candied pecans are perfectly sweet, crunchy, and lightly spiced with cinnamon, making them an irresistible snack or topping. This candied pecans recipe is easy to prepare in the oven and is perfect for holiday gifts, salads, desserts, or cheese boards. Whether you’re looking for the best candied pecans recipe, a candied pecans recipe for salad, or a classic oven candied pecans recipe, this simple version delivers delicious results every time. Discover more flavorful recipes like Candied Pecans Recipe right here.

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg white
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 pound pecan halves

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg white and water together until the mixture becomes light and frothy.
4. Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and toss until every pecan is evenly coated.
5. Gradually sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the pecans, stirring gently until all the nuts are completely coated.
6. Spread the coated pecans into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10 minutes, then stir the pecans and spread them out again.
8. Continue baking for another 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until the pecans are evenly toasted, crisp, and coated with a crunchy candy shell.
9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the candied pecans to cool completely. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
10. Serve immediately as a snack, use them to top salads, oatmeal, yogurt, and desserts, or store them in an airtight container for later.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 10

Yield: 10 servings